Bus Driver for Roane County Schools

Roane County Schools; Laredo (TX); On-site; USD 30,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

Roane County Schools is seeking a dedicated School Bus Driver to transport students safely over assigned routes and field trips. The role requires adherence to safety practices and compliance with state regulations, along with conducting emergency evacuations as needed.

Candidates should possess a high school diploma and a Class B CDL with P & S endorsements. Comprehensive training is provided. This position emphasizes safety and requires effective communication skills with students and parents.

Qualifications

• Be able to operate a school bus safely.
• Adhere to all TN Code Annotated Laws/Regulations pertaining to school buses.
• Prepare and maintain records.

Responsibilities

• Transport students over assigned routes and field trips/excursions.
• Conduct emergency evacuations as required.
• Ensure safety of students while riding the bus.

Skills

Safety practices adherence

School bus operation

Record preparation and maintenance

Communication

Education

High school diploma or equivalent (GED)

Tools

Fire extinguisher

Two-way radio

Job description

Purpose

Transport students over assigned routes and field trips/excursions.

Essential Duties

• Transport students over assigned routes and field trips/excursions
• Ensure that bus is in safe operating condition
• Ensure safety of students while riding the bus and while loading/unloading the bus
• Advise students/riders of appropriate behavior based on best practices of the school bus transportation industry
• Assess situations (incidents, complaints, emergencies) for the purpose of offering solutions
• Assist students/riders with instruction for safe loading/unloading practices during normal and emergency situations
• Attend all required meetings, in-service training for the purpose of learning best practices on the school bus industry
• Cleans assigned bus (interior/exterior) on regular basis to ensure safety, appearance, and cleanliness
• Conduct emergency evacuations as required
• Transports students to/from school and on field trips a safe and timely manner
• Fuels bus (fuel, oil, coolant) as needed
• Monitors student/rider behavior during transportation of said students/riders to ensure safety
• Performs pre-trip and post-trip inspections as required by law to ensure the safe operating condition of the bus
• Prepares required reports for documentation of adherence to school system guidelines (pre/post-trip forms, field trip reports, payroll/leave forms)
• Completes student conduct referrals as needed and provides such forms to appropriate school personnel
• Performs any other duties as deemed necessary by the Supervisor of Transportation to ensure the effective functioning of the Transportation Department
• Other duties as assigned

School Bus Drivers report to the Transportation Supervisor.

Job Requirements

Skills

• Adhere to safety practices
• Adhere to all TN Code Annotated Laws/Regulations pertaining to school buses
• Be able to operate a school bus safely
• Operate a fire extinguisher if needed
• Operate a two-way radio in a professional manner
• Prepare and maintain records

Knowledge

• Emergency evacuation techniques
streets/road
• Basic bus maintenance
• Health standards and hazards
• General knowledge of first aid
• Safe driving practices and procedures
• Specialized equipment in Special Education Buses

Ability

• Be attentive to details
• Communicate with diverse groups including school age riders
• Display tact and courtesy
• Maintain effective working relationships with coworkers
• Exercise judgment
• Understand special needs of students/parents
• Maintain confidentiality
• Concentrate with distractions

Work Environment

• Occasional lifting, carrying, pushing, pulling
• Some stooping, kneeling, crouching
• Significant fine finger dexterity
• 80% sitting, 10% walking, 10% standing
• Some extreme temperatures (especially in warm weather)
• Small exposure to risk of injury or illness

Experience

• Job related experience is preferred, but not required.
• We will train in all areas listed above including CDL licensure.

Education

• High school diploma or equivalent (GED)

Requirements

• Pre-employment drug screen
• Alcohol/drug clearinghouse enrollment/clearance
• Criminal background check
• Minimum age of 25
• Exemptions:
• Current employee of Roane County Schools (minimum age of 23)
• Active military (minimum age of 23)
• Honorable discharge from military (minimum age of 23)

Certificates And Licenses

• Class B CDL with P & S endorsements
• First Aid/CPR training for Special Education bus drivers.

Continuing Education/Training

• Annual DOT physical
• Annual Safety Training from TN Department of Safety and Homeland Security